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Black bins being collected

Local governance, democracy and public services

We challenge the public sector, hold elected leaders accountable, empower residents to participate in democratic processes and keeping them informed about policy changes that affect their lives.
Topics
  • Activism
  • Councils
  • Devolution
  • Elected leaders
  • Elections & Voting
  • Emergency Services
  • Health & Social Care
  • Infrastructure
  • Ipswich Towns Fund
  • Planning & Licensing
  • Policing
  • Policy Changes & Impacts
  • Public Consultations & Involvement
  • Public Libraries & Cultural Services
  • Public Transport
  • Rail Services
  • Roads & Car Parking
Max Thomas, founder of the Ipswich Windrush Society

Challenges, causes and community impact

We help people understand the social, economic, and environmental challenges that affect our town and amplify the impact of the people and organisations addressing them. In doing so, we hope to improve the quality of life of residents.
Topics
  • Addiction
  • Diversity, Equality & Inclusion
  • Employment & Welfare
  • Grants, Donations & Fundraising
  • Homelessness
  • Housing & Urban Development
  • Mental Health
  • Nature, Wildlife & Conservation
  • Offending & Reoffending
  • Our Environment
  • Poverty and the cost of living
  • Sexual Violence & Domestic Abuse
  • Third Sector
  • Youth
The final mural in place

Civic pride, resident happiness and visitor economy

We celebrate Ipswich's rich heritage and diversity, challenge internal and external perceptions of our town and give people reasons to fall back in love with it.
Topics
  • Art & Photography
  • Changemakers
  • Comedy
  • Dance, Drama and Theatre
  • Entertainment & Leisure
  • Events & Things To Do
  • Faith & Religion
  • Food & Drink
  • Grassroots Sport
  • Health, Fitness & Wellness
  • History, Heritage & Museums
  • Ipswich Town FC
  • Literature, Poetry & Spoken Word
  • Music
  • Nighttime Economy
  • Pets
  • Public Spaces
  • Town Centre & Waterfront
Beren outside Unwrapped & Refill, formerly Lucy's Unwrapped & Refill

Local businesses and entrepreneurs

We champion and support local businesses and entrepreneurs and work tirelessly to strengthen our town's private sector to grow our local economy.
Topics
  • Businesses for Sale
  • Business Events
  • Business & Founder Stories
  • Business News
  • Farming & Agriculture
  • New Businesses & Closures
Ipswich School

Learning, education and opportunity

Reporting on all aspects of education and learning opportunities in Ipswich, from early years to adult education, focusing on performance, equal opportunity, and skill development.
Topics
  • Adult Learning
  • Early Years Education
  • Further Education
  • Higher Education
  • Primary Education
  • Secondary Education
  • Special Education Needs
  • Vocational Education & Training

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